"... children may be exposed to lead from many different sources and through many different pathways."1
The following information are blood lead level test results and studies by Dr. Phillip Landrigan according to the New England Journal of Medicine, the El Paso City/County Health Department, the Texas Department of Health and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry.
§ Dr. Donald Rathbun, M.D. Correspondence
§ Analysis of Risk Factors for Childhood Blood Lead Levels Health Consultation
§ Childhood Blood Lead Level Test Results Comparison: 1972 vs. 2003
NOTE: In 1972, only blood lead levels greater than 40μg/dl were considered elevated.
This has since been lowered to 10μg/dl.
§ Childhood Blood Lead Level Test Data: 1997 - 2002
§ Blood Lead Level Test Results in Children Under Age 6: 1997 - 2003
§ Mesita Elementary and Head Start Blood Lead Level Test Results
"Some of the most common sources for lead exposure include lead-based paint, soil and dust, drinking water, occupations and hobbies of parents or care givers, air, and food. For some children, 'traditional' medicines are a source of lead exposure."2
1Rationale for the Analysis, Page 4, Analysis of Risk Factors for Childhood Blood Lead Levels
2Rationale for the Analysis, Page 4, Analysis of Risk Factors for Childhood Blood Lead Levels
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